The good things in my life in two minutes

Good Friday today so I’ve decided to list as many good things in my life as I can within two minutes.

A loving family who care for me and one another, countless friends – many I have known for more than 60 years. Good health since birth backed up by a wondrous health service. A lifetime of peace earned for us by courageous men and women. A vocation I loved that also allowed me to earn a good living and provides for me still. A faith I am freely allowed to pursue. Opportunities to follow any dream I wish.

My two minutes are up but my list could go on and on.

Even after an encouraging visit to the oncologist on Wednesday, I felt a little down yesterday. Not unwell, just a little less positive than the few days before, yet there was no reason for this. Still waiting for a biopsy, and the brain team to make decisions, but both should be sorted next week.

We met another amazing nurse last week at the hospital who was so warm and uplifting. She expressed her belief in the power of positive thinking and she has been serving cancer patients her whole career and described it as a vocation. We do not hear enough of these good news stories and such marvellous people.

And so to Good Friday and Christ’s ultimate gift of love for us, his death on the cross.

You have shown us, Lord, how to give and not count the cost. Be with all those who suffer today wherever and whoever they are. Fill us with courage and strength. Remind us to be constantly grateful for all the good things we have.